1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama
To start off, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 184 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Lamborghini Jarama (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1973 Lamborghini Jarama | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | A 95 | Jarama |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
